For academic staff involved in teaching and research at Masters level and above, the Virtual Institute offers its university members the opportunity to come to Geneva for a period of 2 - 4 weeks+ to conduct research under the supervision of UNCTAD staff.

Whilst in Geneva, developing country academics have access to the resources, databases, publications and expertise available at UNCTAD and its partner institutions in Geneva, such as the WTO and ITC.

Fellowships depend on the availability of funds from either UNCTAD or the member university.